Drift Santa Barbara

524 State St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101 United States (USA)
View Map Reservations: 1-800-219-2797
3.5 Star Property
34.417618-119.696120
+1-800-219-2797
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  • Avg. Group Discount of 5.9%!
  • Hotel has 45 rooms
  • Hotel has 3 floors
  • Check in time: 3:00PM
  • Check out time: 11:00AM
  • Group booking rating of 8.2/10

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Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days

Rates shown are nightly rates before taxes and do not necessarily reflect all discounts available. The chart provides the cheapest public rates available by room type.

Room Types

Check Rates1 King Bed Suite
Non-Smoking
Check RatesBunk Bed
Non-Smoking
Check RatesBunk Room
Non-Smoking
Check RatesCity View
Non-Smoking
Check RatesCity View Cozy
Non-Smoking
Check RatesCity View Premium Balcony
Non-Smoking
Check RatesCity View Standard
Non-Smoking
Check RatesCozy
Non-Smoking
Check RatesDeluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony
Non-Smoking
Check RatesDeluxe Room 1 Queen Bed City View City View Premium Balcony
Non-Smoking
Check RatesDouble or Twin Beds
Non-Smoking
Check RatesDouble or Twin Room with City View
Non-Smoking
Check RatesDrift Penthouse
Non-Smoking
Check RatesDrift Penthouse Premium
Non-Smoking
Check RatesMountain View Premium
Non-Smoking
Check RatesPenthouse Apartment
Non-Smoking
Check RatesPenthouse Suite
Non-Smoking
Check RatesPremium Room with Balcony and City View
Non-Smoking
Check RatesPremium Room with Mountain View
Non-Smoking
Check RatesSmall Double Room
Non-Smoking
Check RatesStandard Double or Twin Room
Non-Smoking
Check RatesStandard Room, King or Two Doubles
Non-Smoking
Check RatesState Street View Premium
Non-Smoking
Check RatesSuite with Mountain View
Non-Smoking
Check RatesSuperior Apartment
Non-Smoking
4.0 out of 5. Based on 6 guest reviews

Property Description

Escape to Drift Santa Barbara, where the laid back, indoor/outdoor lifestyle of Santa Barbara fills our 45-room boutique hotel with an easy breeziness, combining classic California design with Drift's modern aesthetic.Drift has accommodations for travelers of every kind, from the two-person Bunk all the way to the expansive rooftop Drift Penthouse. In addition to rooms, Drift's on-site coffee shop, Dawn, is inspired by SoCal's vintage surf culture, and serves drip coffee, espresso-based classics, and a selection of grab-n-go items and locally made pastries.Drift's on-site bar, Dusk, draws on our rich Mexican heritage, and serves beer, handcrafted cocktails, and a Baja-inspired raw bar. Drift is located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara on State Street, an expansive car-free promenade filled with restaurants, entertainment, shops. It's also a breezy, 10-minute stroll from the Santa Barbara pier and beautiful California beaches.Property amenities:- Modern and minimal rooms with curated handmade amenities- Rooms with views of the city, mountains, and State Street- Premium rooms with city and mountain views, lounge areas, and private balconies- A 15-minute drive from Santa Barbara Airport and about 2 hours from LAX- Located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, on State Street- On-site cafe, Dawn, serves drip coffee, cold brews, espresso, and other classics- On-site bar, Dusk, serves craft cocktails and Baja-inspired small bites- Outdoor seating at Dawn and Dusk to capture the vibrancy of State Street

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 3:00PM
Check Out: 11:00AM
Year of Last Renovation: 2023
Floors: 3
Rooms: 45
Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 45
Handicap Rooms:
Rooms with 1 Bed: 45
Suites: 1
Room Windows: Windows Don't Open
Cleaning Frequency: As Needed
Meeting Rooms: 1
Meeting Space: 2600 sq. feet
Banquet Space: Holds 300 people
Lounge/Bar Hours: 3pm-10pm
Ownership: TMC Hospitality
Policies / Expenses
Typical Group Deposit: 50
Total Taxes: 14.20%
Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)

Amenities / Features


  • Beach access: Close to beach
  • Central location
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Express Check-Out
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Licensed bar
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • Safe in rooms
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • TV room

Breakfast Information

If you’re up with the sun, grab coffee and pastries at Dawn before heading to the beach for a morning session. Feel free to stay a while and set up shop at one of our many workspaces. Dawn serves drip coffee, espresso-based classics, and a selection of breakfast foods and pastries.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Sorry, pets are not allowed.

Parking Info

Parking is located at 18 E Haley St, right around the corner from the hotel (directly behind the beer garden). Guest will have to download the PayByPhone app on their cellphones prior to parking. Follow the instructions on the app.Guests should enter 24 hours for one night, 48 hours for two nights, 72 hours for three nights, etc. Guests will have in and out privileges.EV charging is available but guests need to bring their own plug to connect to the charger.Make sure to remember your lot code number as this is the code that will grant the $20 overnight rate.

Internet / WiFI

Complimentary high speed wifi

Cleaning Policies

We provide housekeeping by request only

Seasonality and Projections at Drift Santa Barbara

Rate fluctuations of Drift Santa Barbara

This chart illustrates fluctuations of sleeping room prices for both group quotes and the best online individual traveler prices we could find at the time the group/meeting bid was entered. The lowest group or meeting displayed is 11.9% in the month of July 2024 and the highest average individual rate is $561 in the month of October 2023. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Drift Santa Barbara in a month when rates are lower.

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FAQs about Drift Santa Barbara

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Drift Santa Barbara have?

There are 45 sleeping rooms in the hotel.

Is there any meeting space at Drift Santa Barbara?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Drift Santa Barbara?

If you’re up with the sun, grab coffee and pastries at Dawn before heading to the beach for a morning session. Feel free to stay a while and set up shop at one of our many workspaces. Dawn serves drip coffee, espresso-based classics, and a selection of breakfast foods and pastries.

What parking is available at Drift Santa Barbara?

Parking is located at 18 E Haley St, right around the corner from the hotel (directly behind the beer garden). Guest will have to download the PayByPhone app on their cellphones prior to parking. Follow the instructions on the app.Guests should enter 24 hours for one night, 48 hours for two nights, 72 hours for three nights, etc. Guests will have in and out privileges.EV charging is available but guests need to bring their own plug to connect to the charger.Make sure to remember your lot code number as this is the code that will grant the $20 overnight rate.

How much does internet cost?

Complimentary high speed wifi

Can I get a AAA rate at Drift Santa Barbara?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Drift Santa Barbara?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.

Can I get a group rate at Drift Santa Barbara?

Yes, you can get room block and/or discount for a group if you need 10+ rooms per night. The average groups saves around 5.9%.

Testimonials:

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